Calcium Lactate USP
| Product Name: | Calcium Lactate USP |
| Product Formula: | C6 H10 CaO6.5H2O |
| Molecular Weight: | 308.30 |
| CAS Number: | 5743-47-5 |
| No. | Tests | Specifications | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Description | White, practically odourless granules or powder | USP |
| 2 | Solubility | Soluble in water; practically insoluble in alcohol | USP |
| 3 | Identification A. Tests for calcium B. Infrared Absorption |
Shall pass the test Shall pass the test |
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| 4 | Acidity | Shall pass the test | USP |
| 5 | Loss on drying | 22.0% to 27.0% | USP |
| 6 | Volatile fatty acid | Shall pass the test. | USP |
| 7 | Heavy metals | Not more than 0.002% | USP |
| 8 | Limit of magnesium and alkali salts | Not more than 1.0% | USP |
| 9 | Assay as C6 H10 CaO6 (On dried basis ) | 98.0% - 101.0% | USP |
Storage: Store in a well-closed container at a temperature not exceeding 25°C, protected from direct sunlight and Moisture, unless otherwise specified.
Retest Period: 3 years from the date of manufacture.
